Special Education Teacher Life Skills
Quick answer
Menta Academy Northwest is hiring an in-office Special Education Teacher in Illinois to provide life-skills instruction and social-emotional support in a self-contained classroom environment.
- Role
- Special Education Teacher Life Skills
- Organization
- Menta Academy Northwest
- Location
- Northwest (Illinois)
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Category
- Education & Training
The role
Menta Academy Northwest is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher to lead a self-contained classroom focused on life-skills curriculum. The role involves providing a differentiated and social-emotional learning environment for students with emotional, behavioral, or academic difficulties. Teachers work collaboratively with clinical and curriculum staff to personalize learning and support student growth. Class sizes are small, typically around 10 students, with paraprofessional support provided.
What you'll do
- Teach a life-skills based curriculum in a self-contained classroom.
- Provide a differentiated and social-emotional learning environment.
- Collaborate with curriculum and clinical staff to support student outcomes.
- Personalize learning strategies for students with diverse needs.
- Maintain small classroom sizes with paraprofessional support.
What it takes
- IL PEL (Professional Educator's License) with LBS1 Certification.
- Experience working with youth with emotional, behavioral, or academic difficulties.
- Ability to teach basic instructional and life skills areas.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Flexibility to work in teams and creatively problem solve.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off (PTO); and a 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match.
Frequently asked questions
What is the work environment for this position?
This is an in-office role based in a self-contained classroom at Menta Academy Northwest with class sizes of approximately 10 students.
What certifications are required to apply?
Candidates must hold an Illinois Professional Educator's License (PEL) with LBS1 Certification or a valid non-substitute Teacher Certification.
What benefits are included with this role?
The position includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and a 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match.
How is the compensation determined for this role?
Compensation details are not explicitly stated in the posting, but applicants are directed to the organization's website under the 'Special Education Classroom Instruction' section for pay range information.
How to apply
Apply directly on Menta Academy Northwest's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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